What Is Forrester’s Definition Of Enterprise AI?

In the rush to adopt AI, many marketing leaders assign resources on the fly, without a formal structure or accountability. This “just in time” approach may feel agile — but it creates silos, duplicates effort, and introduces governance risks.

In 2026, AI will trade its tiara for a hard hat as enterprises prioritize AI function over flair. This year’s AI predictions emphasize the importance of investing in areas such as training and governance while evaluating the ROI of AI more closely.